Business Administration and Management

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Business Administration & Management A.S.

Program Overview

Discover your path to becoming a future business leader with Palm Beach State College’s Associate in Science in Business Administration and Management. This hands-on program equips you with well-rounded skills employers value. Coursework delves into key business functions, from operations and finance to communications and human resources. Customize your education through flexible concentrations and applied learning opportunities, such as internships or independent research projects.

Students choose to specialize in two concentration areas:

Management, Supervision (Code: AS 2039A): build a solid foundation in business through courses such as business law, financial accounting and economics.
Risk Management and Insurance (Code: AS 2039R): deepen your understanding of core business topics while studying personal and business property insurance, insurance planning and other related areas.

Program Details

Admission requirements: High school diploma or GED
Location: Online and on-site at all campuses
Credits: 60
Program length: Two years (full-time)
Start Terms: Fall, Spring and Summer
Cost: $101 per credit hour for Florida residents, plus fees. View tuition details.
Financial aid and scholarships: Available to qualified students. Learn about financial aid options.

This program is part of the Business Pathway. Learn More

Career Outlook

Graduates of the A.S. in Business Administration and Management achieve career marketability by mastering business skills. The curriculum emphasizes foundational knowledge in economics, operations and accounting, equipping you for roles in high-demand sectors.

Students graduate ready to pursue diverse and rewarding career paths with high earning potential. Graduates of the Management, Supervision concentration are well-positioned for operational support positions, such as executive administration assistant or administrative service manager. The Risk Management and Insurance concentration prepares students for roles that drive organizational success like risk analyst, underwriter or loss control specialist.

Stackable Credentials

With an Associate in Science in Business Administration and Management, you can:

Transfer credits seamlessly to PBSC's Bachelor of Applied Science in Supervision and Management with concentrations in entrepreneurship, general management, health management and project management.
Earn stackable College Credit Certificates along the way, including PBSC's Business Operations and Business Specialist certificates.

Why Choose PBSC?

Student Leadership: Get involved in the Business Leadership Club, promoting professional growth opportunities.
Affordable Tuition: PBSC offers some of the lowest tuition rates in Florida, making a cutting-edge education accessible to all.
Career-Ready Mindset: Learn from expert faculty and graduate with the skills employers need in today's economy.
Supportive Community: Access internships, industry networking and daily interaction with faculty dedicated to your success.

How to Apply

Fill out PBSC's general application on the Admissions webpage and select the program code for your preferred concentration area:

Supervision, Management code: AS 2039A
Risk Management and Insurance code: AS 2039R

Take the Next Steps

Palm Beach State College's A.S. in Business Administration and Management is your affordable, flexible and direct route to a rewarding career in a field that's shaping the future. Gain the technical, ethical and problem-solving skills employers want. Start your journey today!